Tangerine

Set in 1950s Morocco, Tangerine is a compelling psychological literary thriller that follows Alice Shipley's complex relationship with her enigmatic friend Lucy Mason amid the vibrant backdrop of Tangier. When Lucy unexpectedly reappears after a long separation, the story delves into themes of friendship, independence, and suspicion as Alice struggles with her feelings and an unsettling mystery involving her husband. Tightly plotted and evocatively described, this debut novel offers a gripping exploration of trust and obsession.